Leavitt “140 Iranian Vessels Destroyed” in Largest Naval Strike Since WWII

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said U.S. forces destroyed 140 Iranian vessels during a massive naval operation, calling it the largest naval strike since World W*r II. Leavitt said the strikes targeted Iranian naval assets believed to be thre*tening shipping lanes and regional stability. According to officials, the operation focused on disabling Iran’s ability to disrupt maritime traffic near critical routes like the Strait of Hormuz. The White House argued the action was necessary to protect global energy supply lines and ensure freedom of navigation for international shipping. Supporters say the scale of the strike demonstrates overwhelming U.S. naval capability and reinforces deterrence in one of the world’s most strategically important waterways.